Melissa Robles-Vargas
San Jose,CA
Summary
Innovative and results-driven Launch Engineer Technician with over three years of experience at Tesla, combined with a strong background in warehouse management and material handling. Proven track record of bringing products to market with exceptional speed and reliability. Highly skilled in communication, leadership, and problem-solving, with a commitment to continuous improvement and teamwork.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Launch Engineer Technician
Tesla, Inc.
08.2020 - Current
- Bring products to market with exceptional speed, reliability, and success
- Define, develop, sustain, and launch new or improved products, and documentation
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously across various teams
- Suggest process improvements, validate quality, build, and lead line trials
- Tracked new suppliers, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and End of Production (EOP) processes
- Collaborated with the supply chain, tracking shipment numbers, and managing shipments through Pos
- Worked with Global Supply Managers (GSM), Supplier Industrial Engineers (SIE), planners, quality, and packaging engineers to ensure seamless operations and product launches.
Warehouser 1 / Material Handler
Frito Lay- Distribution Center
04.2018 - 07.2020
- Operated forklifts to load and unload receiving trucks, managing warehouse inventory
- Optimized storage space, ensured product placement, and implemented safety measures
- Contributed to the smooth operations flow, met deadlines for product shipments, and maintained a well-organized warehouse environment.
Receiver / Manager
Food 4 Less
01.2016 - 04.2018
- Certified forklift operator, receiving suppliers and shipments, ensured purchase order accuracy, and managed inventory
- Supervise front-end staff, manage customer service, and resolve issues, organization
- Oversee cash handling procedures and financial transactions, support employee training.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration/Management -
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA06.2025
Associate of Arts in Communications -
San Jose Community College
San Jose, CA12.2022
Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts: Social & Behavioral Sciences -
San Jose Community College
San Jose, CA12.2022
Skills
- Microsoft Suite, Forklift Operation, Inventory Management, Product Development
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Communication, Leadership, Teamwork, Organization, Adaptability, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Time Management
- Customer Service Excellence, Customer Relations Management, Customer Support
Awards
CSU GE Certificate of Achievement - Level 3, San Jose Community College, San Jose, CA, 12/01/22
Community Service
Silicon Valley Pride Organization, Operations Committee Member/Volunteer, 08/01/23, Present
Timeline
Launch Engineer Technician
Tesla, Inc.
08.2020 - Current
Warehouser 1 / Material Handler
Frito Lay- Distribution Center
04.2018 - 07.2020
Receiver / Manager
Food 4 Less
01.2016 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration/Management -
San Jose State University
Associate of Arts in Communications -
San Jose Community College
Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts: Social & Behavioral Sciences -
San Jose Community College